Cassidy Derkosh
10/23/2025 11:11 AM
I use my Owala instead of a plastic water bottle. My house has well water which tastes better than some bottled waters which will help me make this a permanent change.
Cassidy Derkosh
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 251 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0poundswaste avoided
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UP TO4.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO9.0more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO165minutesspent exercising
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UP TO5.0neighborsmet
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UP TO5.0minutesspent learning
Cassidy's actions
Health
Go Get A Check Up
Regular health check-ups help prevent problems before they start. I will schedule or attend a medical, dental, or mental health check-up to take care of my well-being. I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Health
Enjoy Fruits and Veggies
Adding fruits and vegetables to our meals nourishes our body and the planet. I will prepare and enjoy 1 servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.
Health
Exercise Daily
Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 30 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.
Health
Reduce refined sugar
Cutting back on refined sugar can improve energy, mood, and overall health. I will limit my intake of sugary snacks and drinks by reducing refined sugar in meals or snacks each day.
Community
Meet My Neighbors
Strong neighborhoods are built on connection and trust. I will introduce myself to 1 neighbors or spend time getting to know people in my community.
Waste
Repair a Broken Item
I will repair at least one item that is broken, but is repairable. This might be items like garden tools, sewing machine, small appliances, electronics, clothing, and more.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in recycling dumpsters or my curbside bin.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottles from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWasteWhile water bottles are needed for health and safety in certain places, we can do more to reduce the unnecessary use of them. What are the barriers to you using reusable bottles and tap water instead of bottled water? How could you make this a permanent habit?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealthWhat motivated you to schedule or attend your check-up, and how did it make you feel afterward that you completed this action?
Cassidy Derkosh 10/21/2025 9:31 AMI have had a sore throat and runny nose so I made an appointment at urgent care. I still feel sick but I am glad I did it on my own. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealthHow did exercising each day impact your physical or mental well-being? What activity did you enjoy most, and why?
Cassidy Derkosh 10/21/2025 9:24 AMExercising everyday makes me feel a lot more fit and motivated. It helps me lock in and get more done. I enjoyed squatting the most because it was enjoyable. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealthHow does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet? What fruits or vegetables did you try this week, and which was your favorite?
Cassidy Derkosh 10/21/2025 9:22 AMEating more fruit gives me more energy and it is not proceessed like meats, making it better for our planet. I ate honeydew and watermelon which was good, but honeydew was my favorite. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunityWhat did you learn about your neighbors or community through this action? How can building connections with your neighbors improve your community?
Cassidy Derkosh 10/21/2025 9:21 AMMy neighbors are very kind people. They just had a fire in their house, so we are checking up on them. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealthBefore you started this challenge, did you think you were 'addicted' to sugar? How do you feel now? What was the most challenging part of reducing refined sugar, and how did you overcome it?
Cassidy Derkosh 10/21/2025 9:17 AMYes I was definetly addicted to sugar. I would crave it and could not help but eat it. I feel more healthy and better about myself now